Production Lead

TEGNA Inc. (NYSE: TGNA) helps people thrive in their local communities by providing the trusted local news and services that matter most. With 64 television stations in 51 U.S. markets, TEGNA reaches more than 100 million people monthly across the web, mobile apps, streaming, and linear television. Together, we are building a sustainable future for local news.

KENS TV, the TEGNA-owned affiliate in San Antonio, TX, is seeking an innovative and tech-savvy Production Lead to revolutionize our visual storytelling across streaming and broadcast platforms. You’ll be at the forefront of shaping our production strategy, driving innovation, and elevating our content to new heights. We’re looking for a dynamic leader who can bring fresh ideas and a collaborative spirit to our newsroom, marketing, and sales productions.

• Use independent judgement to spearhead the transformation of our visual product, adapting to evolving audience across platforms.
• Serve as the technical lead for news production and operations, ensuring seamless daily broadcasts, and assign tasks related to production and operations.
• Use independent judgement to plan and oversee technical requirements for special events and breaking news coverage.
• Collaborate with engineering to optimize streaming systems for production needs.
• Develop, implement, and manage standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Direct camera angles, lighting, and set arrangements to create visually compelling content.
• Foster and lead effective communication between newsroom and other departments.
• Lead and responsibly manage continuous, live coverage of breaking news and community events.
• Apply data analytics to shape content and boost engagement.
• Innovate in show design and storytelling, trying new approaches with guidance from supervisors.

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communications, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of television broadcast experience (preferred).
• Strong project management and leadership skills with experience using independent judgement.
• Proficiency in news production tools: vMix, audio mixers, studio lighting, teleprompter systems, robotic studio cameras, editing, and graphics systems.
• Experience with elections software.
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating within newsroom and adapting plans in high‑pressure, live situations.
• Ability to maintain composure and adaptability during breaking news and high‑stakes events.
• Commitment to fostering teamwork, collaboration, and innovation.
• Quick decision‑making skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work in a 24/7/365 operation.

TEGNA offers comprehensive benefits designed to safeguard the physical, mental, and financial health of our employees and their families.

Two medical plan options for full and part‑time employees through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, as well as access to dental and eye care coverage; fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance; disability and life insurance.

401(k) program offers full, part‑time, and temporary employees the opportunity to contribute 1% – 80% of their pay on a pre‑tax basis to TEGNA’s 401(k). Contributions made up to the first 4% of pay are eligible for a 100% match from the company and are 100% vested from day one.

Regardless of participation in TEGNA medical plans, ALL employees and their eligible family members receive nine free virtual doctor’s appointments with a physician through Teladoc, and 12 free annual therapy sessions with a licensed clinician through Spring Health.

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) benefit as well as nine paid holidays per year.

* Some jobs are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and thus some or all of the benefits described herein may not apply. For example, some newsroom bargaining unit employees receive health and retirement benefits under plans administered by the union.

TEGNA Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, hiring and developing individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to add to our collaborative culture. We value and consider applications from all qualified candidates without…